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What do you mean they have more COVID restrictions? I thought they actually had less as far as being able to sail without being vaccinated, etc?

I love this, thank you!

I asked her if she could be more specific, but she said she couldn’t think of anything specific. Just that it came to mind. 

Thank you!

Thank you!!!

My husband and I are getting ready to book a cruise on the MSC Divina, and I got this “concerned” text from my stepmom:

“Just do me a favor and check in to MSC cruises. I could be totally wrong, but there’s something in the back of my mind that they’ve had problems. Again, I could be totally wrong and confusing it with something else. But I think it’s worth checking into. I hesitated to say anything because I don’t want to dampen your spirits. But I would just feel better if you read some reviews on that cruise line. Maybe it was the one that ran aground in Italy. There’s just something in the back of my mind that they’ve had a problem or problems.”

Thoughts??

On 5/16/2021 at 10:12 AM, Flatbush Flyer said:

Five days is a boat ride - not a cruise. 

We have to take what we can get right now - and 5 days with no kids is still amazing 😂

On 5/15/2021 at 4:25 PM, rkacruiser said:

 

On occasion, both Princess and Holland America will have a short cruise, i.e. a coastal cruise positioning their ships from/to Alaska.  Once when the Super Bowl was played in Jacksonville, the Zuiderdam was used as a hotel ship in Jacksonville and had a 4 or 5 day cruise to return her to her "usual" schedule from Port Everglades.  So, the odd-ball itineraries do happen and are almost always very well priced.  

 

If your budget would allow, MSC Yacht Club offers the best of two worlds.  A private enclave with its own Lounge with light evening entertainment, Restaurant, Pool Deck, all inclusive, large suites, and excellent service.  If one would want a bit more activity or a change of dining scene, step outside the YC enclave and there are a plethora of options.  The ships are very large, but their decor is beautiful.

 

Queen Mary 2 has in the past offered a short cruise from New York each 4th of July week-end to one or two Canadian ports.  Fireworks in either Boston or New York Harbor are always a part of the itinerary.  Those cruises are, I think, usually around 5 days in length.

 

Happy Planning for a significant Anniversary!  

Is there a difference between MSC and MSC Yacht Club? What I mean is, are those two different things? 

OP here. Even though it’s our 15th, we still have little ones - 9, 7, and 4 years old. And although I’d LOVE to do a 7 day (or more) as I have in the past before we had kids, I’m not quite ready to leave them for a week yet - and they’re probably not quite ready for us to be gone for a week either 😁 I think our budget would probably be around $5,000 or less (less would be nice). We live in Ohio, so we’ll probably be flying. Thanks for all of your suggestions so far!!!

On 5/16/2021 at 3:31 AM, wowzz said:

The problem with a 5 day cruise,  is that you only get 3 full days on board ship. It's hardly worth unpacking! 

As others have said, at the very least, try and go for 7 days.

I know, but I still have little ones - 9, 7 and 4 years old. Hopefully, in a couple years! 🙂

On 5/15/2021 at 3:08 PM, Lois R said:

Happy Anniversary🙂..if there is any way for you to take a 7 day cruise there would be many more options.

I wish, but I’ve still got a 9, 7, and 4 year old 🙂

On 5/15/2021 at 1:16 PM, Joebucks said:

For a 15th anniversary, do at least a 7 day

I wish, but I still have a 9, 7, and 4 year old...

Hey everyone, my husband and I are thinking about doing a cruise for our 15th anniversary. We’re looking for something nicer and less crowded than Royal Caribbean, but not super high end. We didn’t like how crowded Royal Caribbean was, how loud the promenade was, and didn’t think food was that great. We really liked Holland America, especially how nice/large the staterooms were, the quality of food, and the smaller crowds, but they don’t have anything less than 7 days and we’re looking for something around 5 days. Hope you guys can offer us some suggestions. Thank you! 

8 hours ago, BillOh said:

 

This is the sign they have been putting up talking about their new pizza. I was able to identify the Pepperoni company 🙂 

Does the pepperoni brand start with an E? :-)

7 hours ago, BillOh said:

 

This is the sign they have been putting up talking about their new pizza. I was able to identify the Pepperoni company 🙂 

Thanks, Bill! This sign is a good start. I'm actually from Columbus, so maybe I can find the pepperoni :-) The cafe promenade was decorated with empty cans of "Full-Red" pizza sauce...could that be the pizza sauce they use? I'm going to keep trying to find out the brands for each item! We've been on two other Royal cruises, and the pizza was just okay. I don't know why it was so good on this cruise. Everyone seemed to love it.

Just got back from our cruise on the Mariner, and we LOVED the Cafe Promenade pizza. I’d love to try to make it at home. Anyone out there know what brand of crust and sauce, type of cheese, etc? I should’ve asked while I was there.

Fyi, we made our flight with time to spare!

Can we save money by taking a taxi to the “Blue Lagoon” in Nassau vs paying for an excursion? Also, do you recommend the Blue Lagoon as a good beach day in Nassau? 

Thank you for the responses so far!

We are having trouble finding a returning flight for our booked cruise. The ship docks at Port Canaveral at 7am. The flight we're looking at is a 10:55am out of Orlando. I know it's pushing it (and that there's no guarantee), but wanted to hear your opinion on what you think the chances are that we could make it...or if any of you have made (or missed) any similar morning flights like this. Thanks everyone!

Planning a cruise. Which one of these is your favorite, and why? Also, are there any you absolutely wouldn't recommend? Thanks!

-Vision of the Seas

-Navigator of the Seas

-Mariner of the Seas

-Majesty of the Seas

-Enchantment of the Seas

I am looking for two recipes from our recent cruise. The "chicken noodle salad" (which was actually a Thai salad with rice noodles, chopped chicken, and sliced bell peppers) and the tiramisu in a "cup". Both were served in the Windjammer. Thanks!

My husband and I are sailing with our 6, 4, and 1 year old daughters next week. We’re stopping at Nassau and Port Canaveral. Best beaches within walking distance or short distance by taxi? Thanks!

Is there a hotel near Cape Liberty that offers free parking during the week of your cruise and a shuttle to the ship if you stay there (at the hotel) for one night?

Thank you for the information!